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Best Daycare Centers in Alexander City, AL

Compare 9 daycare centers in Alexander City. Average rating: 4.14/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Alexander City, Alabama at a glance

Daycares
9
Avg rating
4.14/5
Parent reviews
26
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Alexander City has 9 licensed daycares with 26 parent reviews averaging 4.14/5.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Alexander City

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    First Baptist Church - Alexander City
    4.53 score
    4.7(15)

    64 Court Square, Alexander City, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    These reviews appear to be for the church itself rather than its daycare services. Reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, comfortable facilities, and friendly staff. One parent mentions the church is kid-friendly with good teachers and activities.

    Welcoming communitycomfortable facilitiesfriendly staffkid-friendly environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Alexander City

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Alexander City, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.73avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.75avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Alexander City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
350107
3.73
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Alexander City (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Alexander City based on parent reviews

First Baptist Church - Alexander City

4.7(15)

64 Court Square, Alexander City, AL

These reviews appear to be for the church itself rather than its daycare services. Reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, comfortable facilities, and friendly staff. One parent mentions the church is kid-friendly with good teachers and activities.

Welcoming communitycomfortable facilitiesfriendly staff

Harbor Learning Academy

5(2)

461 5th Way, Alexander City, AL

Parents describe Harbor Learning Academy as an amazing and highly trusted center where staff are phenomenal and deeply involved with the children. One reviewer notes that the team is sweet and has cared for their child since 14 months old, while another highlights the exceptional quality of the teachers.

phenomenal teachers and staffhighly trustedamazing quality

Faith Temple

4.8(2)

425 Franklin Street, Alexander City, AL

One parent describes the location as a great loving church body, while another offers a brief positive note. The few reviews so far highlight the supportive community atmosphere without citing specific operational concerns.

loving church bodysupportive community

Miss Barbara'S Learning Center

3(1)

111 Poplar Street, Alexander City, AL

One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness and notes that the staff is friendly. No negative feedback has been provided in the available reviews.

friendly staffclean daycare

Mother Goose Child Development Center

3.2(4)

645 Scott Road, Alexander City, AL

Feedback for Mother Goose Child Development Center is mixed, with some parents praising the friendly staff while others report serious concerns regarding safety protocols and administrative conduct. Specific complaints include inadequate handling of biting incidents, unexplained injuries to infants, failure to administer prescribed medication, and reports of children hearing inappropriate language. Additionally, one reviewer explicitly warns that the facility does not pay its bills.

friendly teachersstaff who love their jobsgood supervision of children

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Daycare types in Alexander City

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 3

Daycare Centers in Alexander City, Alabama

There are 9 daycare centers in Alexander City, Alabama. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Alexander City have an average rating of 4.14 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.75 stars. Our analysis covers 26 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Alexander City, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Alexander City

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Harbor Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe Harbor Learning Academy as an amazing and highly trusted center where staff are phenomenal and deeply involved with the children. One reviewer notes that the team is sweet and has cared for their child since 14 months old, while another highlights the exceptional quality of the teachers.

phenomenal teachers and staffhighly trustedamazing quality
Address
461 5th Way, Alexander City, AL
Phone
(256) 234-4739
Faith Temple
Church Daycare
4.8

One parent describes the location as a great loving church body, while another offers a brief positive note. The few reviews so far highlight the supportive community atmosphere without citing specific operational concerns.

loving church bodysupportive community
Address
425 Franklin Street, Alexander City, AL
Phone
(256) 234-6421
First Baptist Church - Alexander City
Church Daycare
4.7

These reviews appear to be for the church itself rather than its daycare services. Reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, comfortable facilities, and friendly staff. One parent mentions the church is kid-friendly with good teachers and activities.

Welcoming communitycomfortable facilitiesfriendly staff
Address
64 Court Square, Alexander City, AL
Phone
(256) 392-4438
Mother Goose Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Feedback for Mother Goose Child Development Center is mixed, with some parents praising the friendly staff while others report serious concerns regarding safety protocols and administrative conduct. Specific complaints include inadequate handling of biting incidents, unexplained injuries to infants, failure to administer prescribed medication, and reports of children hearing inappropriate language. Additionally, one reviewer explicitly warns that the facility does not pay its bills.

friendly teachersstaff who love their jobsgood supervision of children
Address
645 Scott Road, Alexander City, AL
Phone
(256) 234-3780
Miss Barbara'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness and notes that the staff is friendly. No negative feedback has been provided in the available reviews.

friendly staffclean daycare
Address
111 Poplar Street, Alexander City, AL
Phone
(256) 392-3300
First United Methodist Church
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent highlights the facility's long-standing history and personal connection, noting it is a nice, established church that has been around for a long time. The reviewer also mentions the building is old and has recently disaffiliated from the UM Church.

long-standing historynice atmospherepersonal connection
Address
310 Green Street, Alexander City, AL
Phone
(256) 234-5783
Leap Of Faith Outreach Ministries
Church Daycare
Address
870 Terrace Drive, Alexander City, AL
Phone
(256) 329-0304
Cooper Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
625 Mlk Blvd, Alexander City, AL
Phone
(256) 234-6964
V. Robinson Head Start Center
Headstart Programs

One parent highlights the center's performance with a high rating, specifically noting that the staff does a great job. As this is the only feedback available, it reflects a single positive experience rather than a broad consensus.

Great job by staff
Address
277 Tallapoosa Street, Alexander City, AL
Phone
(256) 234-7583

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 all daycares in Alexander City, Alabama. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Alexander City have an average Google rating of 4.14 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Alexander City, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Alabama's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Alabama)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Alexander City offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Alabama typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Alexander City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Alexander City must be licensed by Alabama's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.